What you can learn.

Design and use effective performance monitoring and reinforcement systems

Design and use competency-based training for those responsible for applying behavior change procedures

State and plan for the possible unwanted side-effects of behavior analysis procedures

About this course:

Advanced applications of the theory, principles processes, concepts, and terminology of applied behavior analysis (ABA), and the learning principles on which ABA is based within applied educational and clinical settings. In this course, students learn how to design and evaluate experimental interventions. Various methods used to collect, graph and interpret behavioral data will be discussed. Selection of intervention outcomes based on functional behavioral assessments are emphasized. Students learn to make recommendations to clients detailing all contingencies of targeted behavior change. Ethical considerations in the use of behavioral interventions will also be discussed.

Suggested Prerequisites

It is advisable that you complete the following (or equivalent) since they are prerequisites for Advanced Behavior Analysis in Applied Settings.